There are plenty of options to get you in the holiday spirit. Whether your Mardi Gras is a party you are throwing or you just want to spend some quality time in the comfort of your own home, a mardi gras drink can be a wonderful addition to it.
Regardless of the type of cocktail you decide to make, it's important to keep in mind that drinking excessively is generally frowned upon in New Orleans, and if you are caught by police at any point during your Mardi Gras festivities, it can lead to a big fine or even jail time! You can still enjoy alcohol in New Orleans, but you don't have to risk getting drunk.
The Sazerac
This cocktail has become a New Orleans tradition since the early 1830s. A great way of celebrating the upcoming Mardi Gras celebrations. The sazerac is a classic combination of sweet, sour and bitter that is exceptionally balanced and delicious.
Hurricane
New Orleans is known for its rum based drink. It is considered the quintessential Mardi Gras cocktail and has been in vogue since the 1930s.
This cocktail combines dark rums, white rums orange and lemon juices, passionfruit and grenadine syrups to create a vibrant and boozy drink perfect for Mardi Gras. This is a favorite for large Mardi Gras celebrations, and it is typically served in a Hurricane glass.
Ramos Gin Fizz
This is another gin-based drink that originated in New Orleans and is one of the most beloved alcoholic drinks from the Big Easy. It has a unique flavor profile that is made better by the fact that it is infused with the fragrant flavors of lemon and orange.
The Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
This frozen strawberry daiquiri is a fun and tasty cocktail that is sure to be the hit of your Mardi Gras party. This cocktail has a delicious sweet and tart flavor that you will love!
King Cake Shots
These kingcake shot are the liquid equivalent to traditional kingcake which is a New Orleans favourite. These are a great and easy way to serve kingcake for your next Mardi Gras Party!
Bloody Mary
This may be one of the most iconic drinks ever invented, and it is the perfect Mardi Gras drink to sip on during your upcoming Mardi Gras celebrations. This recipe is simple to make and requires only a few ingredients. This drink is easy to make, doesn't require much mixing and can be enjoyed with friends or family.
The Old-Fashioned
This bourbon based drink is a New Orleans classic and a good choice for any upcoming Mardi Gras event. This versatile cocktail is perfect for any celebration, but is particularly great to celebrate the upcoming festive period.
FAQ
Why does a drink sometimes be called a "martini" by some people?
In the early 1900s, Americans drank more alcohol and called all drinks containing alcohol "martini" in the early 1900s. The term came to be associated with a certain type of martini: one made with dry vermouth and not sweet vermouth.
What does it mean to say, "I'm having too much fun?"
It is a sign that the person has had too much alcohol.
How long does it take to make a batch of homemade frozen cocktails?
It depends on how many cocktails you're making. For example, making 12 cocktails will take you 20 minutes. For 24 cocktails it will take you 40 minutes.
How can I tell if a drink has too much alcohol?
Drinks with more alcohol are stronger than those with less. Proof is a measure of how much alcohol is in a drink. One proof equals 1 part alcohol to 100 percent pure grain alcohol volume. So a 12 oz. A bottle of wine would have ten proofs and a 16-ounce bottle would have sixteen. beer would be 13 proofs, and a 40 oz. 45 proofs of Scotch would equal a bottle.
Which cocktail is your favorite?
Fresh ingredients make the most delicious cocktails. They should have an interesting taste profile and be well-balanced.
Mixing spirits with drinks is a must. You might as well use water if you're using low-quality vodka.
Why is a martini so great?
A martini is considered to be the ultimate cocktail. It is the simplest cocktail, but it has a complex flavor. It is made up of equal amounts of gin, vermouth, and rum.
Gin is made of fermented juniperberries. It is well-known for its refreshingly smooth flavor. Vermouth can be described as a fortified beverage that includes herbs like wormwood or the gentian. This combination gives you a delicious combination sweet and sour flavours.
Statistics
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- If you choose one that's made with 100 percent agave (like Milagro or Sauza), you'll save a ton of money and still get a great-tasting drink. (mashed.com)
- with a light percentage of 4.2% or any with a light percentage of 4.2% or any Coors/Bud/Miller Lite, which also is 4.2% (breakingtheboredom.com)
- its content makes it 10.5%, which is far less than wine. (breakingtheboredom.com)
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How To
How to make a perfect Margarita in your own kitchen
The most well-known cocktail is made of tequila which comes from agave, Cointreau which is a sweet orange spirit, and fresh lemon juice. To enhance the flavor of the cocktail, you can add salt and sugar to it, as well as bitters, cinnamon sticks, and chocolate syrup.
If you want to try making your own, here's how you do it!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup ice cubes
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3 oz Tequila Blanco
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1/4 cup Cointreau
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Juice of 1 Lime
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Salt
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Sugar
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Cinnamon sticks
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Chocolate syrup
Method
Add the ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for 10 seconds, then pour into a glass. Garnish the glass with a slice lemon if you wish.
This recipe can be used as a template to make other types of alcohols such as:
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Whiskey Sour
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Daiquiri
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Manhattan
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White Russian
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Brandy Alexanders
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Gin & Tonics
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Sidecars
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Collins
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Scotch & Soda
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Margaritas